Tuesday, June 18 2013 3:32 PM EDT2013-06-18 19:32:42 GMT
NEW DETAILS: Former Carter County Sheriff Tommy Adams to appear in court on Wednesday to face State charges.
NEW DETAILS: According to the Jefferson County Circuit Court Office, former Carter County Sheriff Tommy Adams pleaded guilty Monday to distribution of a controlled substance with intent to distribute. A judge sentenced him to 12 years in prison.
Tuesday, June 18 2013 1:38 PM EDT2013-06-18 17:38:52 GMT
Heavy rain showers caused flash flooding in Cape Girardeau and Scott counties. Ameren Missouri reported close to 1,000 outages in southeast Missouri at one point.
Heavy rain showers caused flash flooding in Cape Girardeau and Scott counties. Ameren Missouri reported close to 1,000 outages in southeast Missouri at one point.
Tuesday, June 18 2013 12:16 PM EDT2013-06-18 16:16:47 GMT
Missouri Sen. Claire McCaskill says she is supporting a super political action committee encouraging Hillary Rodham Clinton to run for president in 2016.
Missouri Sen. Claire McCaskill says she is supporting a super political action committee encouraging Hillary Rodham Clinton to run for president in 2016.
Tuesday, June 18 2013 9:30 AM EDT2013-06-18 13:30:16 GMT
PARAGOULD, AR (KAIT) - A late night crash in Greene County results in the death of a Pemiscot County woman. Two children were also injured. According to Arkansas State Police, Sara Hill, 27 of Holland,
A late night crash in Greene County results in the death of a Pemiscot County woman. Two children were also injured.
Monday, June 17 2013 10:50 PM EDT2013-06-18 02:50:13 GMT
JONESBORO, AR (KAIT) - If you're the kind of person who always pays your plastic on time, some credit card issuers think you deserve a reward. It's just one financial treat companies are using to lure
If you're the kind of person who always pays your plastic on time, some credit card issuers think you deserve a reward. It's just one financial treat companies are using to lure you in, but should you take the bait?
Monday, June 17 2013 3:33 PM EDT2013-06-17 19:33:43 GMT
POPLAR BLUFF, MO (KAIT) – A shooting on Sunday was deemed accidental by police after being called to assist a man who had been shot. According to Poplar Bluff police, officers were dispatched to the 300
A shooting on Sunday was deemed accidental by police after being called to assist a man who had been shot.
Monday, June 17 2013 6:48 AM EDT2013-06-17 10:48:33 GMT
NEW MADRID, MO (KAIT) - A New Madrid woman is dead after a two vehicle crash over the weekend. According to Missouri State Highway Patrol, Angel Ray, 40, was killed on Sunday night. The crash happened
A New Madrid woman is dead after a two vehicle crash over the weekend.
Sunday, June 16 2013 1:32 PM EDT2013-06-16 17:32:07 GMT
(HealthDay News) - Although the role of father is often clear-cut, stepdads must navigate the fine line between parent and friend with the children of their wives. Now, new research, just in time for
Although the role of father is often clear-cut, stepdads must navigate the fine line between parent and friend with the children of their wives.
Sunday, June 16 2013 9:00 AM EDT2013-06-16 13:00:08 GMT
WASHINGTON, DC (CNN) – In addition to learning key workplace skills, a summer job may also be the first time teens learn another lifelong lesson: tax knowledge. Most summer jobs run from June to August,
In addition to learning key workplace skills, a summer job may also be the first time teens learn another lifelong lesson: tax knowledge.
Saturday, June 15 2013 4:34 PM EDT2013-06-15 20:34:00 GMT
(HealthDay News) - Certain proteins in saliva help protect seniors from influenza, according to a new study from China. The findings improve understanding of why older people are better able to fight
Certain proteins in saliva help protect seniors from influenza, according to a new study from China.
Friday, June 14 2013 4:40 PM EDT2013-06-14 20:40:16 GMT
A St. Louis County woman is facing a misdemeanor charge of animal abuse after allegedly dragging her pit bull for a mile down Interstate 70, sometimes at 65 mph.
A St. Louis County woman is facing a misdemeanor charge of animal abuse after allegedly dragging her pit bull for a mile down Interstate 70, sometimes at 65 mph.
Wednesday, June 12 2013 6:51 AM EDT2013-06-12 10:51:20 GMT
Seven Republicans and three Democrats have been appointed to a Missouri Senate committee that will study potential changes to the Medicaid health care program for the poor.
Seven Republicans and three Democrats have been appointed to a Missouri Senate committee that will study potential changes to the Medicaid health care program for the poor.
Monday, June 10 2013 10:03 AM EDT2013-06-10 14:03:00 GMT
KANSAS CITY, MO (KAIT/CNN) – A bank commercial in Missouri is now sparking debate about teenage labeling. Bank Midwest decided to pull one of its TV ads after a man took to Facebook to complain. The ad
Bank Midwest decided to pull one of its TV ads after a man took to Facebook to complain. The ad involves a teenager choosing a clean-cut boy over a rocker with the help of a bank associate.
Monday, June 10 2013 7:06 AM EDT2013-06-10 11:06:58 GMT
PEMISCOT COUNTY, AR (KAIT)- A man died Friday night after his pickup truck was hit head-on by an SUV. William Stokes, 76, of Piggot was struck by a Chevrolet Tahoe near Peach Orchard around 5:20 p.m.
A man died Friday night after his pickup truck was hit head-on by an SUV.
Friday, June 7 2013 5:30 PM EDT2013-06-07 21:30:48 GMT
A St. Louis-area investment adviser faces up to 40 years in federal prison now that he's admitted pilfering more than $1.8 million from client accounts.
A St. Louis-area investment adviser faces up to 40 years in federal prison now that he's admitted pilfering more than $1.8 million from client accounts.
Friday, June 7 2013 5:29 PM EDT2013-06-07 21:29:59 GMT
An organization representing city officials from across Missouri is urging Gov. Jay Nixon to veto legislation limiting their ability to regulate cellphone towers.
An organization representing city officials from across Missouri is urging Gov. Jay Nixon to veto legislation limiting their ability to regulate cellphone towers.
Thursday, June 6 2013 5:50 PM EDT2013-06-06 21:50:27 GMT
HORNERSVILLE, MO (KAIT) - Hornersville residents are concerned about a highway construction project taking place in Dunklin County. According to a notice posted on the Missouri Department of Transportation
Hornersville residents are concerned about a highway construction project taking place in Dunklin County.
Thursday, June 6 2013 5:06 PM EDT2013-06-06 21:06:33 GMT
JONESBORO, AR (KAIT) - Riding around in ATV's is a fun summer activity but after three fatal accident recently safety officials are reminding riders to be safe. Tune in tonight on Region 8 News at 5
Riding around in ATV's is a fun summer activity but after three fatal accident recently safety officials are reminding riders to be safe.
Thursday, June 6 2013 2:59 PM EDT2013-06-06 18:59:50 GMT
Gov. Jay Nixon is traveling to the Missouri Bootheel to announce more state incentives for an auto industry supplier.
NEW DETAILS: Gov. Jay Nixon said Thursday that Missouri is providing up to $809,000 of job training services for 350 employees at SRG Global in Portageville.
Thursday, June 6 2013 2:53 PM EDT2013-06-06 18:53:34 GMT
A St. Louis alderman is raising eyebrows with his request to constituents for money to help pay for his daughter's college education.
NEW DETAILS: A St. Louis alderman who asked constituents to pay off his daughter's college tuition bill now says he'll return any donations he receives as a result of that request.
Wednesday, June 5 2013 7:11 PM EDT2013-06-05 23:11:09 GMT
Utility company Ameren Missouri says it has finished restoring power to about 95,000 customers in the St. Louis area who lost electricity to storms last week.
Utility company Ameren Missouri says it has finished restoring power to about 95,000 customers in the St. Louis area who lost electricity to storms last week.
Wednesday, June 5 2013 10:11 AM EDT2013-06-05 14:11:28 GMT
The Mississippi River has busted through a couple of levees near St. Louis, and is threatening to turn a tiny southeast Missouri town into an island. Meanwhile, the Illinois River is creating headaches in several...
The Mississippi River has busted through a couple of levees near St. Louis, and is threatening to turn a tiny southeast Missouri town into an island. Meanwhile, the Illinois River is creating headaches in several small...
Tuesday, June 4 2013 6:59 AM EDT2013-06-04 10:59:45 GMT
Heavy rain kept Missouri farmers out of their fields most of last week, pushing corn planting nearly a month behind last year's pace and nine days behind the five-year norm.
Heavy rain kept Missouri farmers out of their fields most of last week, pushing corn planting nearly a month behind last year's pace and nine days behind the five-year norm.
Monday, June 3 2013 7:58 PM EDT2013-06-03 23:58:11 GMT
Volunteers are busy stacking sandbags in the tiny Missouri town of Dutchtown as the Mississippi River threatens to send water into about a third of the town's homes, along with a handful of businesses and a post...
Volunteers are busy stacking sandbags in the tiny Missouri town of Dutchtown as the Mississippi River threatens to send water into about a third of the town's homes, along with a handful of businesses and a post office.
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